Kawasaki H2 vs Kawasaki Ninja H2r — which has more power?

Kawasaki H2 produces 74 hp @ 6,500 rpm; Kawasaki Ninja H2r produces 310 hp @ 14,000 rpm (with ram-air effect; 300 hp without). Kawasaki Ninja H2r wins by 236 hp.

Kawasaki H2 vs Kawasaki Ninja H2r — which is faster?

Top speed: Kawasaki H2 193 km/h (120 mph, estimated for 1972-75 H2 750), Kawasaki Ninja H2r 400+ km/h (manufacturer-tested; electronically limited in some configurations). Kawasaki Ninja H2r is the faster of the two.

Kawasaki H2 vs Kawasaki Ninja H2r — which is lighter?

Weight: Kawasaki H2 202 kg (wet/curb weight), Kawasaki Ninja H2r 216 kg (curb/wet weight). Kawasaki H2 is lighter by 14 kg.

Kawasaki H2 vs Kawasaki Ninja H2r — which is more fuel-efficient?

Fuel use: Kawasaki H2 ~10-12 L/100km (note: estimate based on carbureted 2-stroke triple; highly dependent on riding style), Kawasaki Ninja H2r Estimated 8–12 L/100km under track conditions (no official real-world figure; track-only use). Real-world economy varies by rider weight, traffic, and how hard the throttle gets twisted.

Kawasaki H2 vs Kawasaki Ninja H2r — which is more reliable?

Motoryk rates Kawasaki H2 9.0/10 and Kawasaki Ninja H2r 8.5/10. Kawasaki H2 scores higher on the overall verdict. Kawasaki H2 caveat: Budget-conscious buyers without dealer service access. Kawasaki Ninja H2r caveat: You lack track experience or financial reserves.

Kawasaki H2 vs Kawasaki Ninja H2r — which is better for beginners?

Neither is a typical first-bike pick — Kawasaki H2 74 hp, Kawasaki Ninja H2r 310 hp. Consider a smaller-displacement bike for licensing year one.

Kawasaki H2 vs Kawasaki Ninja H2r — which should I commute on daily?

Both can commute, but lighter weight and gentler power win in traffic. Kawasaki H2: 202 kg, 74 hp. Kawasaki Ninja H2r: 216 kg, 310 hp.

Kawasaki H2 vs Kawasaki Ninja H2r

Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers

Kawasaki H2 vs Kawasaki Ninja H2r. Kawasaki H2: 74 hp @ 6,500 rpm hp, 202 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 193 km/h (120 mph, estimated for 1972-75 H2 750), Motoryk rating 9.0/10. Kawasaki Ninja H2r: 310 hp @ 14,000 rpm (with ram-air effect; 300 hp without) hp, 216 kg (curb/wet weight) weight, top speed 400+ km/h (manufacturer-tested; electronically limited in some configurations), Motoryk rating 8.5/10.